Question 1

do i need a script for valtrex ?

Accepted Answer

Yes:  Valtrex requires a prescription.

Question 2

what is valtrex (valacyclovir) used for?

Accepted Answer

Valacyclovir: This is an antiviral compound effective against herpes simplex.  It inhibits clinical symptoms, and prolongs the duration of time between outbreaks, but is not curative, since this organism, like squatters, roaches, and rats, cannot be gotten rid of.

Question 3

can i take expired valtrex? 1 year past?

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Expired medication: Highly recommend not to take expired medications and please kindly discard expired medications safely. Please kindly contact your physician to get refills or medications prescribed if needed.

Question 4

what exactly does valtrex (valacyclovir) do?

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Valacyclovir: This is an antiviral compound effective against herpes simplex.  It inhibits clinical symptoms, and prolongs the duration of time between outbreaks, but is not curative, since this organism, like squatters, roaches, and rats, cannot be gotten rid of.

Question 5

should valtrex (valacyclovir) be taken daily?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: Indicated daily for recurrent Genital Herpes outbreaks!

Question 6

risks for taking valtrex (valacyclovir) daily?

Accepted Answer

Long-term Valtrex (valacyclovir): Long-term Valtrex (valacyclovir) use appears to be safe.

Question 7

will 1 year expired valtrex (valacyclovir) still work?

Accepted Answer

Dont take it: Please get a new script, not supposed to take meds expired that long  if it was one month expired while you are still not supposed to take that one, a 1 month expired med should usually be ok.

Question 8

please describe the medication: valtrex (valacyclovir)?

Accepted Answer

Antiviral: Treats herpes virus infections, including shingles (herpes zoster), cold sores (herpes labialis), and genital herpes (herpes simplex) in adults. Also treats cold sores and chicken pox in children. This medicine will not cure herpes, but may prevent a breakout of herpes sores or blisters.

Question 9

will valtrex (valacyclovir) still work after 1 expired?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: But may loose potency after expiration. It is best not to take medications after their expiration date especially if they are long expired.

Question 10

what happens when you take expired valtrex (valacyclovir)?

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Expired Valtrex (valacyclovir): It is never a good idea to take medications that are expired.  However, with a vast majority of medications, it should be noted that the expiration date on the package does not mean the product is rendered useless the day after the expiration date.  If within a few days of the expiration date, i suggest contacting your pharmacist for an opinion.

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